Sharing the Ascension Experience
Bob Kalk Researchers at GE recently built a miniature, backpack-sized jet engine that they made entirely from 3D-printed parts. And not just for looks, either. They were able to fire it up and get it moving to 33,000 rpms. The engine was built over the course of several years, using a 3D printing technique that melted thin … Read more
In a video that’s been viewed nearly 500,000 times, Tatiana is at an ultrasound exam. She asks the doctor what her son looks like. You see, the mother has been blind since she was 17 years old. The doctor says: “His nose looks like yours. His two little eyes are closed.” Meanwhile, a 3D printer … Read more
Tesla will finally be passing along details on its long-awaited batteries designed for home use, plus a “utility-scale” battery. They will likely be manufactured in its new Gigafactory in Nevada. A Tesla spokesperson has confirmed the announcement: “We have decided to share a bit about what we will announce on the 30th,” Jeff Evanson, Tesla’s … Read more
Courage, Character, and Loyalty — Little League Baseball’s Motto, 1939 There are times when “Fate favors the fearless.” Of course, a Bold action should still be preceded by imagination, vision, and planning. All things in their order. Successful brave action will usually result in some form of Prominence, but also will kind patience, dogged persistence, … Read more
Read between the lines. Talk slowly but think quickly. Don’t believe all that you hear. Silence is sometimes the best answer. Never interrupt when you are being flattered. Remember the 3 R’s: respect for self; respect of others; responsibility for your actions. –Author Unknown There are a whole range of things we should Focus … Read more
This is the true joy in life: the being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one. — George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950) Author Like almost all qualities, Inner-directed needs to be surrounded by a supporting cast. A True-blue focus toward objective reality is a good sustaining beam. If you are asking yourself, … Read more
He looked at all his choices and said, What would a good person do, and then did it. But he has now learned something very important about human nature. If you spend your whole life pretending to be good, then you are indistinguishable from a good person. — Ender in Exile, Orson Scott Card (1951-) … Read more
As a man thinks within himself, so he is. — The Bible, Proverbs 23:7, Solomon The young and the conformist seek the safety of compliance. It takes Gallant insight to recognize the Unique personality we are alone. And even more courage to act upon this self-reflective acumen. Peace, Jim GALLANT Definitions: (1) brave; courageous; … Read more
Lives based on having are less free than lives based either on doing or being. — William James (1842-1910) Philosopher Lines of thought are literally laid down in the brain. “Mind over matter” is played out everyday. The higher in the mind one goes the more Freethinking one must be. In order for the intellect … Read more
A recent study found COPD patients who ate more of four foods – fish, grapefruits, bananas and cheese – seemed to have better lung function. Antioxidants might be the reason, although that’s far from proven. COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is an umbrella term for emphysema and chronic bronchitis – two progressive lung conditions … Read more